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Stop the eviction: 3 months of rent for Josephine's family in Springfield

After a sudden layoff, Josephine is 3 months behind on rent and has a court summons for non-payment from the landlord.

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Josephine F. Griffin
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Springfield
When my hours were cut in half in February, I fell 3 months behind on rent. Last Wednesday a court summons for non-payment was taped to my door, and the amount I owe is $5,050. My landlord has been understanding for a while, but he has now been clear: if the arrears aren't cleared by May, we must leave. I have a teenager still in school at home. Moving isn't just an expense - it would mean new schools, a new commute and no deposit to put down anywhere else. I have started working night deliveries, and I'm applying for help from local services, but nothing will arrive in time without the rest of the gap covered here. The money will be paid directly to the landlord and I'll upload the receipt once it's done. Where the $5,050 goes: • Rent arrears (3 months): $3,300 • Late fees and court costs: $260 • Utilities in arrears: $280 • First month of rent as a buffer: $1,210 If you're reading this, thank you.
due date
2026-05-14
bill type
Rent arrears
#rent#eviction-prevention#family#housing

Updates from Josephine

  1. Wanted to say thank you properly. 24% funded and I made the first payment toward first month of rent as a buffer.

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  • Jonathan K. Molina

    Best of luck, Josephine. Your post was clear and honest.

    • Hendrik D. PillayQuestion

      Is there a list of costs somewhere? Just curious how it adds up for Josephine!

      • Josephine F. GriffinOwnerAnswerAddress verified

        It's all in the list in the story. rent arrears (3 months) is the big one at $3,300, I'll post a receipt when it's paid. It helps to be asked.

    • Shima Lipi Dutta

      thinking of you, Josephine. Shared this with my family!

      • Simon Schmidt

        sending love. This could happen to any of us. We had a similar scare last year, I know what it feels like

        • Elizabeth Abigail Fuseini

          good luck, Josephine. Everyone deserves a bit of help sometimes. Our whole street has been following this since the weekend. Thinking of Springfield.

          • Fernanda Barbosa

            Hang in there, Josephine. Shared it with a few friends. My late mom used to say help given quietly counts double. All the best

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